Tom Swift and His Sky Racer or the Quickest Flight on Record - Hardcover

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Tom Swift and His Sky Racer or The Quickest Flight on Record is a classic adventure novel written by Victor Appleton. The story follows the young inventor Tom Swift as he builds a revolutionary new airplane called the Sky Racer. With the help of his friends and family, Tom sets out to break the world record for the fastest flight ever recorded.As Tom prepares for his daring flight, he encounters a number of obstacles and challenges, including sabotage from rival inventors and dangerous weather conditions. But with his ingenuity and determination, Tom is able to overcome these obstacles and push the limits of aviation technology.Along the way, readers are treated to thrilling descriptions of aerial stunts and breathtaking views of the earth from above. The book also explores themes of competition, friendship, and the pursuit of scientific knowledge.Overall, Tom Swift and His Sky Racer is an exciting and engaging adventure story that will appeal to readers of all ages. Whether you're a fan of aviation, science fiction, or just good old-fashioned adventure, this book is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.1911. Tom Swift is one of the most enduring of the young adult series published by the Stratemeyer Publishing Syndicate. In the course of the series, Tom Swift has a number of adventures in a variety of places and is helped at times by his inventor father Barton Swift and his friends New Newton and Wakefield Damon. Contents: The Prize Offer; Mr. Swift is Ill; The Plans Disappear; Anxious Days; Building the Sky Racer; Andy Foger Will Contest; Seeking a Clue; The Empty Shed; A Trial Flight; A Midnight Intruder; Tom is Hurt; Miss Nestor Calls; A Clash with Andy; The Great Test; A Noise in the Night; A Mysterious Fire; Mr. Swift is Worse; The Broken Bridge; A Nervy Specialist; Just in Time; Will He Live?; Off to the Meet; The Great Race; Won by a Length; and Home Again. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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